Property Attributes
- MLS#MB26124080
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyRiverside
- CityLa Quinta
- Area La Quinta South of HWY 111
- NeighborhoodWatercolors (31371)
- Zip92253
- Style
- Year Built2007
- Price$ 425,000
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage1337
- Lot Size0.09 Acres
Data Source:
California Regional MLS (CRMLS)
Property Description
PREMIUM LA QUINTA LIVING APPROXIMATELY $335,000 EFFECTIVE PURCHASE PRICE! PRIVATE CUL-DE-SAC LOCATION, WALK TO POOL & CLUBHOUSE. GATED 55+ COMMUNITY: Welcome to Watercolors, a secure gated, age- and income-qualified 55+ community designed for comfortable, low-maintenance living. Located on a peaceful cul-de-sac and just a short walk to the community pool, spa, and clubhouse, this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers 1,337 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space. Soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, and an open-concept layout create a warm and inviting atmosphere. The spacious living area is anchored by a charming fireplace that serves as the heart of the home. The kitchen features ample cabinetry, generous counter space, and a breakfast bar that opens to the dining and living areas. The primary suite offers a walk-in closet and ensuite bath with dual vanities and a walk-in shower. Two additional bedrooms provide flexibility for guests, a home office, or hobbies. A large sliding glass door opens to an oversized covered patio, creating an ideal space for outdoor dining and relaxation. The indoor laundry room is conveniently located adjacent to the attached 2 car garage. Notable features include new tinted windows in the two rear bedrooms & guest bathroom, shutters throughout the home, and espresso-colored Solar Levelor blinds in the rear bedrooms that help keep the afternoon heat at bay. Additional enhancements include a code-compliant heating and A/C system with integrated air purification, a water heater installed in 2024, new interior plumbing lines in 2024, rain gutters, decorative landscape rock, & a whole-house surge protector. Life at Watercolors offers the ease of low-maintenance living within a secure gated community featuring beautifully maintained grounds, a clubhouse, pool, spa, & opportunities to connect with neighbors and friends. COMMUNITY QUALIFICATIONS: Watercolors is a moderate-income housing community. Owner occupancy is required. No investors, rentals, or all-cash purchases permitted. AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROGRAM: The purchase price is $425,000 (or the final negotiated price) and includes a $90,000 silent second mortgage through the La Quinta Housing Authority. Riverside County household income limits apply: 1 person $62,651-$87,300; 2 persons $71,601-$99,750; 3 persons $80,551-$112,250; 4 persons $89,501-$124,700. Buyers must meet all LQHA requirements.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 6/8/2026 | Listed $425,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 1337 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Heating | Central |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Utilities | Cable Available,Cable Connected,Electricity Available,Electricity Connected,Natural Gas Available,Natural Gas Connected,Phone Available,Sewer Available,Sewer Connected,Water Available,Water Connected |
| Possession | Close Plus 3 Days |
| Roof | Shingle,Spanish Tile |
| Appliances | Dishwasher,Disposal,Gas Range,Microwave,Refrigerator,Water Heater,Dryer,Washer |
| HOA Fee | 316 |
| Garage Spaces | 2 |
| Association Fee Includes | Sewer |
| Patio/Porch Features | Concrete,Open,Patio,Porch |
| Architectural Style | Spanish,Traditional |
| Pool Features | Community,In Ground,Association |
| Security Features | Carbon Monoxide Detector(s),Gated Community,Smoke Detector(s) |
| Construction Materials | Asphalt,Block,Frame,Glass,Plaster |
| Year Built | 2007 |
| Electric | Standard |
| View | Mountain(s),Neighborhood,Peek-A-Boo |
| Stories Count | 1 |
| Levels | One |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Community Features | Biking,Dog Park,Golf,Hiking,Street Lights,Sidewalks,Gated,Park,Pool |
| Accessibility | Parking |
| Assoc Fee Paid Per | Monthly |
| County | Riverside |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Association Amenities | Clubhouse,Controlled Access,Maintenance Grounds,Outdoor Cooking Area,Pool,Pets Allowed,Recreation Room,Spa/Hot Tub,Trash,Cable TV,Utilities,Water |
| HOA | true |
| Attached Garage | true |
| Contingency | City of la Quinta housing authority. Loan approval, appraisal, inspection. |
| Subdivision Name | Watercolors (31371) |
| Garage Y/N | true |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Special Listing Conditions | Standard |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | Dune palms south to 48tth turn right(west) to the Watercolors entry gate on right side. Once in gate turn left, Cool Reflection turns into Dancing Butterfly. Cross Street: North of 48th and West of Dune Palms. |
| City | La Quinta |
| Disclosures | Covenants/Restrictions Disclosure,HOA Disclosure |
| Association Name | Watercolors at La Quinta |
| Entry Location | ground level |
| Senior Community Y/N | true |
| High School District | Palm Springs Unified |
| Open Parking Spaces | 2 |
| Number Of Units Total | 1 |
| MLS Area | 313 - La Quinta South of HWY 111 |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 3920 |
| Listing Terms | Cash to Existing Loan,Cal Vet Loan,FHA,VA Loan |
| Spa Features | Association,Community |
| Property Attached Y/N | false |
| Land Lease Y/N | false |
| Current Financing | Conventional |
| Property Condition | Turnkey |
| Additional Parcels Y/N | false |
| Lease Considered Y/N | false |
| Virtual Tour | https://www.zillow.com/view-imx/79d4c25d-f3fb-466c-a989-58ea9c65578f?setAttribution=mls&wl=true&initialViewType=pano&utm_source=dashboard |
| Structure Type | House |
| Living Area Units | Square Feet |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Occupancy Type | Owner |
| Year Built Source | Assessor |
| Tax Lot | 101 |
| Property Sub Type Additional | Single Family Residence |
| PostalCity | LA QUINTA |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Breakfast Bar,Ceiling Fan(s),All Bedrooms Down,Main Level Primary |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Carpet,Tile |
| Fireplace Features | Living Room |
| Total Stories | 1 |
| Common Walls | No Common Walls |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Window Features | Shutters,Tinted Windows |
| Fireplace Y/N | true |
| Laundry Features | Laundry Room |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| Entry Level | 4 |
| Main Level Bedrooms | 3 |
| Main Level Bathrooms | 2 |
| LivingAreaSource | Assessor |
| Total Baths | 2 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Barbecue,Rain Gutters |
|---|---|
| Fencing | Block |
| Parking Features | Direct Access,Garage Faces Front,Garage |
| Lot Features | 0-1 Unit/Acre,Close to Clubhouse,Cul-De-Sac,Drip Irrigation/Bubblers,Landscaped,Near Park,Yard |
| Water Source | Public |
| Total Parking | 4 |
| Inclusions | All appliances & living room TV and the patio BBQ grill. |
| Lot Size Area | 3920 |
| Foundation Details | Slab |
| Spa | true |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.09 |
| Road Surface Type | Paved |
| Private Pool | false |
| Lot Size Source | Assessor |
| Door Features | Sliding Doors |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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